Bringing Communities Together
Walsall Leisure Centres are running a wide range of activities to keep children and families active and entertained during the school summer holidays. Right up until Sunday 31 August, sessions will take place across Bloxwich and Oak Park Active Living Centres, as well as Walsall Gala and Darlaston Swimming and […]
Oceanic Awards has proudly announced the winners for the 12th edition of the British Muslim Awards 2025. The British Muslim Awards 2025 is one of the most prestigious events in the British Muslim community, recognizing and celebrating the achievements and contributions of British Muslims in various fields. By showcasing the […]
Walsall Council is asking residents, businesses and community groups to help shape a new 10-year waste strategy that sets out how the borough will manage waste and recycling up to 2035. The draft strategy, titled ‘Waste Not, Want Not: Walsall’s Journey to Sustainability’, sets out the council’s ambition to become […]
A newly established UK charity has donated 50 care packages with essential household supplies to Walsall Council’s Family Hubs to assist vulnerable families experiencing poverty. Care Packs, a national charity with an extensive network of corporate organisations and leaders, donated the packages, which form Phase 1 of its relief programme […]
Councillor Mike Bird, newly elected Leader of Walsall Council, has pledged decisive action against fly-tippers, describing them as “the scourge of the Borough.” His announcement follows the presentation of the Enforcement Working Group’s report to Cabinet on 16 July. Key measures to ‘put the force back in enforcement’ include a […]
A new dedicated infant play zone has been officially opened at Swannies Field, Blakenall. The new playground features a variety of equipment designed specifically for infants and junior children, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for kids of all ages. Improvements have also been made to the existing junior play […]
The Mayor of Walsall, Councillor Louise Harrison, and the Leader of Walsall Council, Councillor Mike Bird, have paid tribute to former Walsall Mayor, John O’Hare, following news of his passing. Mr O’Hare, a member of the Conservative party, was first elected to Walsall Council on 6 October 1988, representing the […]
A record-breaking 14 Green Flag Awards have been awarded to Walsall’s parks and green spaces. The awards judge parks and green spaces across many factors including safety, maintenance, cleanliness, community involvement and management. Walsall’s achievement of 14 awards is a record for the area and the most across the Black […]
Sessions offering free bike checks and repairs will take place at Brownhills Community Centre across July. The Fix Learn Ride sessions are delivered by bike2life as part of Cycling UK’s Big Bike Revival. They will take place at Brownhills Community Centre on July 17, 24 and 31, from 10am to […]
After fundraising for a year, Pelsall Ladies Choir have donated 150 Comfort Cases to Walsall Council to support children in foster care. Comfort Cases are backpacks which contain essential items children may need when entering emergency care. Items include things such as toiletries, pyjamas, a blanket, a cuddly toy, and […]
